Day 138: The Effect of Sin on Others (2026)

Father Mike Schmitz reads from 2 Samuel chapter 20, detailing the rebellion of Sheba against King David. The narrative follows the military pursuit led by Joab and the eventual resolution of the conflict at the city of Abel of Beth-maacah.

Fr. Mike Schmitz reads from the First Book of Chronicles regarding the organization of temple musicians under David. He then recites Psalm 39, a reflection on the fleeting nature of life and a prayer for divine forgiveness.

Fr. Mike Schmitz discusses the rebellion of Sheba against King David and the violent power struggle between Joab and Amasa. He also reflects on the tragic, unjust fate of David's concubines who were caught in the political conflict between David and his son Absalom.

Father Mike Schmitz reflects on the biblical accounts of David and Absalom to illustrate how individual sins cause suffering for others. He emphasizes the importance of facing the truth of one's own brokenness through prayer and divine grace.